On Food52, we’ve dedicated a contest and many, many posts to tips on how to let all those Thanksgiving leftovers live their best lives—because eating leftover Thanksgiving turkey for an entire week straight can wear down even the most avid of poultry fans. But we also turned to James Briscione, the former Director of Culinary … Read more
When cooking turkey breasts, getting the internal temperature just right is key for moist, delicious meat. But there’s debate around the ideal doneness for turkey breast. Is the USDA-recommended 165°F the best target temperature? Or is a lower temp better for preventing dry, stringy meat? Let’s take a closer look at what the science says. … Read more
This Easy Smoked Turkey Recipe is incredibly flavorful, juicy and so moist! Learn how to make the best whole smoked turkey recipe that you are going to want to make year after year! We also have a turkey brine recipe, turkey dry rub and gravy for you to use as well – get this on … Read more
How much protein in 4oz ground turkey? As a certified nutrition specialist I speak with clients frequently about hitting daily protein targets. Ground turkey is a great lean protein addition to any balanced diet. While ground turkey is an excellent lean option compared to ground beef, not all ground turkey is created equal. In this … Read more
In my world, turkey isn’t just for holiday dinners. It’s one of my favorite proteins to enjoy for regular weeknight dinners with a vibrant salad and roasted vegetables on the side. For an even more hands-off meal, I turn to my roast turkey legs recipe. It’s a flavor-packed meal that’s much easier than cooking a … Read more
This Grilled Turkey Burgers recipe is made for easy prep and easy grilling – just 20 minutes will get you a batch of burgers for your summer barbecue that are cheesy, juicy, and perfectly seasoned. These patties are a moist, flavorful, and healthier alternative to your classic beef slider. When it comes to protein, turkey … Read more
This is an edited version of the article I published in Issue 113 of the APPPA Grit, which was based on the conversation in this podcast. Not a member of APPPA? Go check them out. Last fall, I had the pleasure of consulting with a producer on some questions about his farm’s turkey processing procedure. … Read more
Deep frying a turkey is a quick and delicious way to cook it, but using a turkey fryer requires caution to avoid accidents or injuries. Here is a step-by-step guide to safely lighting and operating a propane turkey fryer Selecting and Preparing the Location Set up the turkey fryer outdoors on a flat, stable surface … Read more
Yesterday I was at Costco and bought one of their pre-cooked turkey breasts. Its located in the meats/prepared food section. Seen great comments about it over the years here on the Q threads, and have decided to try it. It doesnt have heating instructions on the packaging. How would you heat this up, specifically, what … Read more
If you celebrate Thanksgiving or Christmas with a roast turkey dinner, you may be familiar with the baster – a supersize kitchen utensil used to moisten meat while it’s cooking. But the baster has long had another association: as a tool for self-insemination. Where did the idea come from and have babies ever actually been … Read more